6. In a small bowl, toss together the panko crumbs with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.

7. To plate, divide the pasta among 4 to 8 ovenproof bowls. Top the pasta with the bread crumb mixture and place the bowls under the broiler. Broil the pasta just until the topping starts to brown, about a minute, depending on the distance of the broiler.

8. Remove the bowls from the broiler and top each serving with the sauteed mixed mushrooms and a sprig of parsley. Serve immediately.

Note: Cavatappi pasta is a type of tube pasta, similar to macaroni; it is available some grocery stores.

From Noelle Carter, the Los Angeles Times, adapted from the Beachcomber at Crystal Cove in Newport Coast, Calif.